Your new company Hays are supporting a market-leading manufacturing company in their search for a Technical Buyer. Your new role This Technical Buyer role reports directly to the Procurement Manager and will support the successful purchasing of goods for production with the best possible lead times and costings. The post holder will be innovative and efficient in the sourcing of materials and equipment and support in the management of supplier performance and maintaining good working relations with suppliers and customers. You will conduct pricing and service negotiations and maintain stock levels and supply chain flow to ensure customers experience the best service and goods. This role will suit a commercially aware procurement or purchasing professional with proven experience in managing others to provide the best service possible. This opportunity will suit any person keen to get involved with a range of challenging projects in a fast moving environment. What you'll need to succeed Experience of Maintenance equipment and sourcing Experience working in a purchasing or procurement role Be able to think creatively and offer solutions Have strong communication and negotiation skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages Experience of working within in a busy department within a manufacturing environment is desirable. An understanding of technical CAD drawings is desirable. Understanding of raw materials specifications. What you'll get in return Permanent role with a negotiable annual salary Early Friday finish at 1:30pm Learning and development Company events On-site parking Referral programme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Buyer Manufacturing. Negotiation Sourcing Procurement Benefits: Negotiable